M.S. Graduate Research Assistantship - Wetland Wildlife Ecology Division of Forestry and Natural Resources, Wildlife and Fisheries Resources Program, West Virginia University
STARTING DATE: May to August 2007 or negotiable. DESCRIPTION: This two and one-half year project is designed to evaluate and compare the function of mitigation wetlands to natural wetlands. Student will take part in all aspects of the study (i.e., identification, mapping, and/or evaluation of wildlife populations, hydrophytic plants, hydric soils, hydrology, etc.) and will develop a thesis proposal and conduct research dealing with wetland plant decomposition rates and the impact on larval amphibian or invertebrate ecology. The student will be working toward a M.S. in Wildlife and Fisheries Resources in the Division of Forestry and Natural Resources at West Virginia University. QUALIFICATIONS: B. S. in Wildlife, Wetlands, Environmental Science or closely related field. Minimum GPA of 3.0 and combined quantitative/verbal GRE scores of 1100. A strong interest in wetland function or wildlife conservation is essential. Field experience with either wildlife or plants is required. Field experience in the Appalachians and experience with amphibians, plant decomposition studies, and mitigation wetlands is highly desirable. Industrious, hard-working student that can make decisions independently, work cooperatively with other students, and supervise technicians preferred. STIPEND: $12,000/year plus health insurance and complete tuition waiver. CONTACT: Interested individuals should send a letter of interest, resume, a statement of purpose (i.e., why you want to work on this project at WVU, your research and career interests, etc.) copy of transcripts and GRE scores, and contact information for 3 references to Dr. James T. Anderson at [EMAIL PROTECTED] James T. Anderson, Ph.D. West Virginia University Division of Forestry and Natural Resources PO Box 6125 Morgantown, WV 26506-6125 Phone: 304.293.2941 x 2445 Fax: 304.293.2441 [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.forestry.caf.wvu.edu/
